Drinking Cola Like Water Causes Decay in 15 Teeth
The dental condition of a 17-year-old girl who drank cola like water for a year was severe. Recently, the Chinese daily newspaper Huanqiu reported the story of 17-year-old Wang Lei, who had the habit of drinking cola instead of water for a year. She drank 4 to 5 bottles of cola every day. At night, she went to sleep without brushing her teeth.
Wang Lei said that at first, her teeth looked like they had a light stain, then turned brown, and later became black. As her teeth continued to erode, cavities worsened, and since last October, even a sip of water or a cold breeze caused severe pain. A dental examination revealed that a total of 15 of Wang Lei’s teeth were decayed. Her primary dentist, Wang Li, warned, “Carbonated drinks contain acids, and consuming large amounts over a long period can erode the enamel on the surface of the teeth.” He added, “When the enamel is damaged, teeth become sensitive, and stimuli such as cold, heat, sourness, and sweetness cause severe pain and discomfort,” warning that “normal eating habits will become impossible.”
In fact, Wang Lei had difficulty eating because of her teeth. It was also reported that she rarely smiled for fear of showing her damaged teeth. Eventually, Wang Lei underwent intensive treatment for two months. It is known that the condition and color of her teeth have been somewhat restored. She stated, “I have completely quit drinking cola,” and added, “Now I no longer cover my mouth with my hand when I laugh.”
The dental condition of a teenage girl who drank only cola instead of water for one year. Hwan Chi-woo Online Edition
Her primary dentist, Wang Li, emphasized oral hygiene. He advised, “Reducing carbonated drink intake is important, but maintaining oral hygiene is also very important. You should brush your teeth morning and night, use dental floss or mouthwash to keep your mouth clean, and have regular dental check-ups to receive timely treatment.”
Of course, drinking cola does not necessarily lead to poor health. An individual’s health condition and management are also important. Warren Buffett, known as the ‘Investment Legend,’ made headlines last September on his 94th birthday by mentioning ‘cola’ as one of his secrets to longevity. Buffett likes Utz potato sticks and drinks five 12-ounce (355 ml) cans of Coca-Cola daily. In other words, he drinks about 1.8 liters of cola a day. When he visited Korea in 2007, he was even spotted eating cola and hamburgers instead of hotel buffet food.
In the 2017 HBO documentary Becoming Warren Buffett, Buffett said he enjoys a $3.17 breakfast menu at McDonald’s every morning, consisting of two sausage patties or a combination of eggs, cheese, and bacon, along with a glass of cola.
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